Ingredients:
Parmesan Cheese, one big brick
Garlic, 6 to 8 cloves depending on how garlicky you want it
Olive Oil
Crushed Red Pepper
Fresh Basil Leaves
Directions:
-Crush and peel the garlic.
-Cut the cheese into cubes or chunks.
-Whirl the garlic in the food processor until it’s just barely chopped. Add the cheese.
-Pulse until the cheese is coarsely crumbled.
-Gradually pour in a bit of olive oil and pulse until it’s mixed. Be careful not to over process. The cheese should remain crumbled, not pureed.
-Add a handful of basil leaves and a dash or two of crushed red pepper. Process for just a second or two, until the basil is mixed in. It should be chopped but not pureed.
-Refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight before serving.
-Serve as an appetizer with crackers or sliced Italian bread.